> Visit Noah’s Ark (De Ark van Noach) in Rotterdam: a museum and experience in a 70-metre wooden ship with four decks at ZUIDYARD. Tickets €2. Source: https://arkmuseum.eu/en · Language: en · Noah’s Ark ![Noah’s Ark in the evening, with lit windows along the full length of the ship](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/ark-nacht-verlicht.jpg) Rotterdam — ZUIDYARD # Noah’s Ark Step aboard a story everyone knows — but has never experienced like this. [Book tickets](https://tickets.arkmuseum.eu/) [Plan your visit](https://arkmuseum.eu/en/bezoek) 70 m Long 13 m High 4 Decks 2.000 m² Experience The scale ## This is how big the Ark is A wooden ship seventy metres long, four decks high, with more than two thousand square metres of experience. And you can simply walk inside. 70 m Length From bow to stern — a ship as big as a city block. 13 m Height Four decks above the water of ZUIDYARD. 4 Decks From the hold to the top deck: something to discover everywhere. 2.000 m² of experience Allow about an hour and a half for a complete tour. The Ark at seaFrom the water to Rotterdam The experience ## Four decks. One remarkable story. The Ark is an impressive story ship seventy metres long, with four decks full of experiences. Across more than 2.000 m² you journey through the story of Noah and the animals — told in a surprisingly contemporary way. Whatever you believe, the Ark is a place where visitors get talking with one another. About hope, about responsibility, about how we treat the world. The Ark is not a traditional museum. ClimateCooperationResponsibilityHumanityAnimals ![Noah’s Ark behind a field of tulips in bloom](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/ark-tulpen.webp) ![The top deck of the Ark under a starry sky](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/bovendek-sterrennacht.webp) ![The Tree of Life on board the Ark](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/boom-des-levens-deur.webp) ![Noah’s Ark in the harbour at sunset](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/ark-zonsondergang-haven.webp) ![Children exploring Noah’s Ark](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/arkvannoach/kinderen-mist.webp) For families ## For little explorers Children never get bored on the Ark. They set off with a treasure hunt and an information folder and so discover all the stories on board. There is plenty to touch and experience — you can even take on Goliath. A small surprise awaits at the end of the treasure hunt. Treasure huntInformation folderTouching allowed ZUIDYARD Rotterdam ## There is much more to experience The Ark lies in the middle of ZUIDYARD, among the other attractions on the site. Make a whole day of it. [![Endless fun in the city’s newest playground!](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/spelenbijbeelen.webp) SPELEN BIJ BEELEN ### Endless fun in the city’s newest playground! Discover more](https://spelenbijbeelen.nl/)[![Come climbing and scrambling with the whole family!](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/gigisklimworld.webp) GIGI’S KLIM WORLD ### Come climbing and scrambling with the whole family! Discover more](https://gigisklimworld.nl/)[![Ferris wheel with views over Rotterdam.](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/beeleneye.webp) BEELEN EYE ### Ferris wheel with views over Rotterdam. Discover more](https://beeleneye.nl/)[![Round off your visit to the Ark with a bite and a drink in our restaurant.](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/pier40.webp) PIER40 ### Round off your visit to the Ark with a bite and a drink in our restaurant. Discover more](https://pier40.nl/)[![Discover Rotterdam from the water, straight from the quay. From 20 October 2026.](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/varenbijbeelen.webp) ZUIDYARD CRUISE ### Discover Rotterdam from the water, straight from the quay. From 20 October 2026. Discover more](https://zuidyardcruise.nl/) Coming to ZUIDYARD [![DOKSIDE](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/dokside.webp) Coming soonDOKSIDE ### Business events by the water, from November 2026.](https://dokside.nl/)[![Miniworld Rotterdam](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/miniworld.webp) Coming soonMINIWORLD ROTTERDAM ### Miniature world, still at Weena 745 for now. Moving to ZUIDYARD in 2027.](https://miniworldrotterdam.com/)[![R’DAM LOOKOUT](https://arkmuseum.eu/assets/network/rdamlookout.webp) Coming soonR’DAM LOOKOUT ### A view for thrill-seekers, from March 2027.](https://rdamlookout.nl/) [Discover ZUIDYARD](https://zuidyard.com/) Frequently asked questions ## Everything clear before you set off ### Tickets **How can I buy tickets?** You can easily buy tickets through our website. Good to know: your €2,- ticket is also a €2,- voucher for PIER40, our restaurant opposite the Ark. Hand in your ticket there and get €2,- off your bill. **Can I also buy a ticket on site?** Yes! Just walk into PIER40, opposite the Ark. You can buy a ticket there on the spot. **What are the opening hours?** These are the opening hours of the Ark. Wednesday to Saturday 10:00–17:00, Sunday 12:30–17:00, Monday and Tuesday closed; during the autumn half-term (17–25 October) open every day; during the Christmas holidays (19 December–3 January) open every day, except 25 December and 1 January. **Can I cancel or change my ticket?** Tickets are not refunded after purchase and cannot be cancelled. You can change the date of your ticket, though, so you can come on another day. ### About the location **Where can I find the Ark?** The Ark is moored at ZUIDYARD in Rotterdam. The address is Doklaan 40. **What is ZUIDYARD?** ZUIDYARD (Rotterdam’s Waterfront Experience) is the site where Noah’s Ark is moored. But there is much more to do! Come and spend a day playing at Spelen bij Beelen, go climbing at Gigi’s Klim World, take a ride in the Beelen Eye, enjoy good food at PIER40 or discover Rotterdam from the water with ZUIDYARD Cruise. See [zuidyard.com](https://zuidyard.com/) for more information. **Is the Ark included with Spelen bij Beelen?** No. You need a separate ticket for Noah’s Ark. The Ark and Spelen bij Beelen are on the same site, though: ZUIDYARD. So you can easily visit both on the same day. **How do I get to the Ark and ZUIDYARD?** You can visit us by bike, by public transport and by car. We are very easy to reach! **Can I park at the Ark and ZUIDYARD?** Certainly! There is plenty of parking on our own grounds. Parking costs €4,- per hour or €22,- for a day ticket. Just dropping someone off or picking them up? That’s fine too. The first 15 minutes of parking are free. **How long will Noah’s Ark stay in Rotterdam?** That is not yet known. Would you like to visit the Ark? Then come soon! ### Your visit **Is the Ark suitable for children of all ages?** Yes! The Ark is suitable for the whole family. **Is the Ark accessible for people with disabilities?** No, unfortunately the Ark is not accessible for people with disabilities. Other attractions at ZUIDYARD are accessible. **Can I bring my own food and drink?** No, bringing your own food and drink is not allowed on the Ark or at other attractions at ZUIDYARD. ### Groups & parties **Are large groups welcome?** Certainly! Large groups can simply buy tickets through our website too. **Can I celebrate my birthday with you?** Certainly! Send an email to [info@zuidyard.nl](mailto:info@zuidyard.nl) for more information. Can’t find your question? Email us at [info@arkmuseum.eu](mailto:info@arkmuseum.eu) or call +31 10 313 73 13. [Book tickets](https://tickets.arkmuseum.eu/) --- ## Practical - Address: Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam (ZUIDYARD) - Opening hours: Wed–Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun 12:30–17:00 · Mon & Tue closed; autumn half-term open daily; Christmas holidays open daily, except 25 Dec and 1 Jan - Price: € 2 per person (tickets: https://tickets.arkmuseum.eu/) - Contact: info@arkmuseum.eu, +31103137313 - Parking on site: € 4 per hour or € 22 for a day ticket, the first 15 minutes free. Metro: Maashaven station (line D/E), then a short walk. Water taxi: stop ZuidYard at the PIER40 terrace. - All pages as text: https://arkmuseum.eu/llms-full.txt